Maxie Jones Returns: Actress' Health Journey Revealed

Kirsten Storms, known for her role as Maxie Jones on General Hospital, has made her return to the show. Her reappearance follows a period of absence during which she underwent significant medical procedures. In January 2026, scans revealed a cyst on her brain that her neurosurgeon had been monitoring since her 2021 surgery. This was followed by the discovery of an aneurysm on the right side of her brain last year.

Storms underwent a procedure to address the aneurysm, which can be exacerbated by stress. She also chose to relocate from Los Angeles to Nashville, prioritizing her physical and mental health, as well as her overall happiness. This move was also influenced by her daughter, Harper. She shared in December 2025 that a new neurosurgeon in St. Louis assessed her aneurysm as being in a 'gray zone,' meaning it requires monitoring but is not in immediate danger of rupturing. Storms expressed a desire to avoid immediate surgery, appreciating the support from others who have shared their own health experiences.